5-Day Orkney & Northern Coast Tour from Edinburgh Incl Admissions

4.9 (130)
Duration
5 days
Group Size
1 to 8 people
Ages
5 - 99 yrs
Languages
English

Tour Overview

Venture to the far-flung Orkney Islands on a 5-day tour from Edinburgh with 3-star accommodation included, and visit top Highland towns and attractions, too! With a friendly guide, travel through the Highlands, visiting Loch Ness and Glencoe, and pass John o’Groats on route to the stunning Orkney Island archipelago. With Kirkwall (Orkney’s capital) as your base, discover the area’s historical highlights such as Skara Brae, Maeshowe and the Standing Stones of Stenness. On route back to Edinburgh, call in at the 15th-century ruins of Ardvreck Castle and Culloden Moor, an important Jacobite battlefield. Overnight stays in Inverness and Ullapool are included, plus two nights in Kirkwall. *Tour Price includes entrance to Skara Brae, Maeshowe and Culloden Battlefield.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age for travel on this tour is 5 years
  • Please note: you will be required to choose between either a 3-star bed and breakfast or 3-star hotel at time of booking
  • Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
  • When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
  • Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg of luggage (44lbs); one medium sized suitcase/bag similar to airline standard carry-on luggage (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
  • Skara Brae - We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
  • Maeshowe – We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
  • Culloden - We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
  • B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
  • Hotels usually have a relatively central location but may be up to a 20-30 minute walk from local facilities. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know so that we can either book a ground floor room or a hotel with lift access, if available.

Pickup

Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes before departure) - Time zone: Europe/London

• Minimum age is 5 years • Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg of luggage (44lbs); one medium sized suitcase/bag similar to airline standard carry-on luggage (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items. • B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. Hotels usually have a relatively central location but may be up to a 20-30 minute walk from local facilities. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know so that we can either book a ground floor room or a hotel with lift access, if available.

What's included

Driver/guide
4 nights en-suite accommodation in either a B&B or 3-star hotel (breakfast included)
Breakfast: 4
Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers)
Entrance Fees: Skara Brae, Maeshowe and Culloden Battlefield
Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
Other
Gratuities
Other
Other

Itinerary

Day 1: Edinburgh - Inverness
Leave Edinburgh and head west past Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument. You pass Doune Castle before stopping in the small town of Callander for a refreshment. After crossing the Fault Line into the magnificent Highlands, you take in the splendour of Loch Lubnaig, Loch Earn, Glen Ogle, and Glen Dochart.

Overnight in Inverness.

Day 2: Inverness - John O' Groats - Orkney
Leaving behind the 'Capital of the Highlands', crossing over the Black Isle, and continuing past Dunrobin Castle. From here, you drive along the northeast Highland coastline, travelling into some of Scotland's most dramatic scenery. Short photo stop at Dunrobin Castle - please note the path leading to the front of the castle is quite steep, not suitable for everyone.

Overnight in Kirkwall.

Breakfast:

Day 3: Full day touring around Orkneys
Long before Stonehenge or even the Egyptian pyramids were built, Skara Brae was a thriving village. Step back 5,000 years in time to explore the best-preserved Neolithic settlement in Western Europe.

Overnight in Kirkwall.

Breakfast:

Day 4: Kirkwall - St Margaret's Hope - Ullapool
After a relaxed start, you leave Orkney and sail the Viking waters back to the mainland. From here, you travel the old road right across the very top of Scotland, driving past the stunning Ben Loyal and Ben Hope mountains, following the rocky cliffs and stunning golden sand beaches.

Overnight in Ullapool.

Breakfast:

Day 5: Ullapool - Edinburgh
Visit the powerfully moving site of the final Jacobite Rising – the last and most harrowing pitched battle to be fought on British soil.

Breakfast:

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

If you cancel at least 21 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • Min 21 days: 100%
  • From 0 to 21 days: 0%
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Adult (16 - 99 years)
Minimum: 1, Maximum: 6
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